Hoolikatti - Savadatti, Belagavi
Hoolikatti is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Parasgad and around 95 km from Belgaum. Hoolikatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hoolikatti is 598281. The village covers a total geographical area of 967.18 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hoolikatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hoolikatti
As per Census 2011, Hoolikatti village has a total population of 2,876 people, consisting of 1,477 males and 1,399 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,609 literate and 1,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hoolikatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,876 | 1,477 | 1,399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 200 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 118 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,609 | 982 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 495 | 772 |
Nearby Villages of Hoolikatti
Hoolikatti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manikatti | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Basidoni | North | 3.34 km |
| Gorabal | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Hooli | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Kallapur | East | 5.10 km |
| Shirasangi | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Haralakatti | South-East | 6.18 km |
| Yakkeri | West | 6.56 km |
| Govanakoppa Inam | North-East | 6.89 km |
| Bochabal | North-West | 7.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hoolikatti
Hoolikatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakhmapur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Hoolikatti is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Hoolikatti is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hoolikatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hoolikatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hoolikatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hoolikatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hoolikatti
Where is Hoolikatti located?
Hoolikatti village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hoolikatti?
Hoolikatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hoolikatti?
The pincode of Hoolikatti is 591126.
What is the population of Hoolikatti?
Hoolikatti has a total population of 2,876, including 1,477 males and 1,399 females.
How many households are there in Hoolikatti?
There are 567 households in Hoolikatti.
What is the literacy rate in Hoolikatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hoolikatti is 55.95%. Male literacy is 66.49% and female literacy is 44.82%.